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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On the Sunday following Meursault's mother's death, where does he spend the afternoon?
(a) In his apartment.
(b) In the funeral home.
(c) At the beach.
(d) At the cafe.

2. Where do Meursault and Marie spend the night after their day together?
(a) At his apartment.
(b) At the beach.
(c) At her house.
(d) In the park.

3. Who comes to the morgue and stays with Meursault throughout the night?
(a) His mother's friends from the nursing home.
(b) No one.
(c) His brother.
(d) His friend from home.

4. How does Meursault regard interruptions to his work schedule?
(a) As pleasant but unnecessary.
(b) As a nice break.
(c) As necessary to his mental health.
(d) As unwelcome.

5. Why is Meursault relieved about the Monday after his mother's funeral?
(a) Because Monday was his mother's favorite day.
(b) Because he will get to see his friends.
(c) Because he can resume work.
(d) Because he won't have to do much at work.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following items does Meursault borrow from a friend before traveling to his mother's funeral?

2. Who meets Meursault when he arrives for his mother's funeral?

3. How does Meursault interpret his employer's response to his mother's death?

4. Who falls back and takes short cuts during the funeral procession?

5. What does Marie notice about Meursault's reaction to his mother's death?

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